Monty (Ji Jin-Hee), a muse, appears in Shanghai with a mission, he yearns for a taste of geniune human emotions and puts himself out as a beacon for lost souls, drowning in the bitter sea of love. Lin Jian-dong (Takeshi Kaneshiro) is the star in a new musical helmed by renowned director, Nie Wen (Jacky Cheung). Lin’s co-star, Sun Na (Zhou Xun), is his old flame from a decade ago. Sun is in a relationship with Nie, who made her a star. When the ex-lovers meet at a press conference, Lin is hurt by Sun’s indifference towards him. Now the hottest stars of their generation, the romance of their past is rekindled as the production of the musical progresses. With the trio in the throes of jealousy, hatred and passion, the muse steps in to stir the pot...